This will be a very intensive, practical skills course where attendees will master a variety of tissue approximation techniques.  The following laparoscopic procedures will be rehearsed in the skills laboratory: Laparoscopic suturing, laparoscopic repair perforated duodenal ulcer, total fundoplication, laparoscopic common bile duct exploration, laparoscopic gastroenterostomy and bariatric surgery.  There will also be several expert sessions covering aspects of advanced upper GI surgery involving clinicians from across Europe, with a live operative demonstration.

The course provides

• 'hands on' experience

• individual tuition and feedback

• evolving practice

• clear explanations and guidelines